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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Switzerland
True/false 17 Switzerland 33 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 600
Which gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill?

451. Which gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill?

Reverse.
✓ 1st gear.
2nd gear.
Neutral.

1st gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill because it provides the greatest pulling power at low speed.

Manual gear lever and gear-selection pattern
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What is the main emergency number in Switzerland?

452. What is the main emergency number in Switzerland?

111.
123.
000.
✓ 112.

The main emergency number in Switzerland is 112.

112 emergency telephone number
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Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

453. Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

They can change the tyre pressure.
They may interfere with the vehicle's electronics.
They usually make road signs harder to see.
✓ Their combined effects may impair your ability to drive.

Different medicines can interact or have combined side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or slower reactions. Check the instructions and seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is safe to drive.

Multiple medicines and their potential effects on driving
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Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

454. Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

Fog causes vehicles to travel at uneven speeds.
Fog makes road markings appear closer together.
Fog changes the way mirrors show moving vehicles.
✓ Limited visibility makes distances and movement harder to estimate.

Fog reduces visual information, making it harder to judge how far away another vehicle is and how quickly it is approaching.

Other traffic partly obscured by fog
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What should you do if the windscreen wipers stop working during heavy rain?

455. What should you do if the windscreen wipers stop working during heavy rain?

✓ Reduce speed and stop in a safe place as soon as possible.
Continue slowly using the hazard lights.
Open a side window and continue driving carefully.
Use the washer fluid repeatedly to clear the windscreen.

Do not continue when you cannot see clearly. Slow down smoothly and stop somewhere protected from traffic.

Windscreen wipers failing during heavy rain
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What should a designated driver do?

456. What should a designated driver do?

Drink only low-alcohol drinks.
✓ Remain alcohol-free for the entire journey.
Drink only a small amount with food.
Do not carry passengers who have been drinking.

A designated driver should remain sober so they can drive safely and respond properly to traffic conditions.

Alcohol-free designated driver for a journey
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What should you do if visibility is reduced by fog?

457. What should you do if visibility is reduced by fog?

Maintain normal speed if the road markings are visible.
Use hazard lights instead of normal headlights.
✓ Slow down and use the correct lights.
Use main beam to see further through the fog.

Fog makes it harder to see and be seen. Reduce speed, increase following distance, and use the correct lights.

Fog reducing visibility on a road
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

458. What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

Drive slowly and avoid motorways.
✓ Do not drive until the effect has passed.
Drink coffee before driving.
Open a window to stay alert.

If a medicine causes drowsiness, your concentration, judgement, and reaction time may be reduced. Do not drive until you are fit to do so and the effect has passed.

Drowsiness after taking medicine
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What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

459. What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

Stop only if another warning light appears.
Ignore the noise if the warning light later goes out.
Wait until the next service to have it checked.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.

A red warning combined with an unusual noise may indicate a serious fault. Continuing could cause damage or loss of control.

Red dashboard warning requiring the driver's attention
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Why should hard braking be avoided while a motorcycle is leaning in a bend?

460. Why should hard braking be avoided while a motorcycle is leaning in a bend?

It prevents the suspension from working.
It makes the motorcycle turn more sharply.
It increases tyre pressure immediately.
✓ It can reduce stability and available tyre grip.

When a motorcycle is leaning, the tyres are already using grip to turn. Hard braking can demand additional grip and may reduce stability. Whenever possible, adjust speed before the bend and use smooth, controlled inputs while cornering.

Motorcycle leaning while travelling through a bend
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What should you avoid if your vehicle loses grip on a wet road?

461. What should you avoid if your vehicle loses grip on a wet road?

Holding the steering wheel firmly.
Easing off the accelerator gradually.
Keeping your movements smooth and controlled.
✓ Sudden braking or sharp steering.

Abrupt inputs can upset the vehicle further. Smooth control gives the tyres a better chance to regain grip.

Vehicle losing grip on a wet road
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It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

462. It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

True.
✓ False.

You must still drive safely and obey traffic laws. Speeding increases risk and is not automatically justified by overtaking.

Vehicle overtaking another road user
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What does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

463. What does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

The brightness of the dashboard.
✓ The time between wiper sweeps.
The amount of washer fluid sprayed.
The speed of the rear wiper.

The intermittent wiper interval control adjusts the time between windscreen-wiper sweeps, allowing the driver to match the wiping frequency to light rain or spray.

Interval adjustment for intermittent windscreen wiping
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What should you do if a friend who has been drinking wants to drive?

464. What should you do if a friend who has been drinking wants to drive?

✓ Encourage them not to drive and arrange safe transport.
Let them drive slowly on quiet roads.
Give them coffee and wait a short while.
Let them drive if they say they feel sober.

Preventing an impaired person from driving can protect them, their passengers, and other road users. Arrange a sober driver, taxi, public transport, or accommodation.

Friends discussing safe transport after drinking
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Why should you use your indicator before turning?

465. Why should you use your indicator before turning?

To give yourself priority over other traffic.
To show that the turn is safe to make.
✓ To show other road users what you plan to do.
To replace checking mirrors and blind spots.

Indicators help other drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians understand your intentions in time.

Vehicle indicator signalling an intended turn
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

466. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Exterior mirror adjustment.
Mirror folding.
Seat adjustment.
Electric window control.

This control adjusts the vehicle's exterior mirrors. The driver normally selects the left or right mirror and then moves the control to change its angle.

Control for adjusting the exterior mirrors
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What should you do if your vehicle begins to aquaplane?

467. What should you do if your vehicle begins to aquaplane?

✓ Ease off the accelerator and keep steering gently.
Accelerate to push through the water.
Brake firmly to force the tyres back onto the road.
Turn the steering wheel sharply to regain grip.

Aquaplaning happens when the tyres lose contact with the road surface. Ease off the accelerator, avoid sudden movements, and wait for grip to return.

Vehicle losing tyre contact on a water-covered road
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What should you do when a traffic light turns red?

468. What should you do when a traffic light turns red?

Continue if the junction appears clear.
✓ Stop and wait until you may proceed.
Cross the stop line before stopping.
Stop only if other traffic is approaching.

A red traffic light means you must stop before the stop line, pedestrian crossing, or intersection unless a sign or signal indicates otherwise.

Red traffic light at a junction
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What should you do before driving through a puddle?

469. What should you do before driving through a puddle?

Follow another vehicle closely to judge the depth.
Brake firmly while driving through the water.
Maintain your normal speed if the road looks clear.
✓ Slow down and check that it is safe.

Large puddles can hide holes, reduce grip, or cause water to splash onto pedestrians or other vehicles. Slow down and proceed carefully.

Vehicle approaching a puddle on the road
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Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Switzerland?

470. Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Switzerland?

✓ No.
Yes.

Cars in Switzerland are not generally required to carry a fire extinguisher.

Fire extinguisher carried in a vehicle
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What should you normally do before changing gear in a manual vehicle?

471. What should you normally do before changing gear in a manual vehicle?

Switch off the engine.
Press the accelerator pedal fully.
Apply the parking brake.
✓ Press the clutch pedal fully.

Pressing the clutch pedal disconnects the engine from the transmission so that another gear can be selected. After changing gear, the clutch should be released smoothly.

Clutch operation when changing gear in a manual vehicle
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Which control is normally used to operate the direction indicators?

472. Which control is normally used to operate the direction indicators?

The hazard-warning button.
The headlight-level control.
The cruise-control button.
✓ The steering-column indicator stalk.

The direction indicators are normally operated using a stalk beside the steering wheel. Moving the stalk up or down activates the indicators on the corresponding side of the vehicle.

Steering-column stalk for the direction indicators
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Why should a seat belt not be twisted when worn?

473. Why should a seat belt not be twisted when worn?

✓ A flat belt spreads collision forces more effectively.
A flat belt makes the seat easier to adjust.
A twisted belt can cause the buckle to open.
A twisted belt prevents the airbags from working.

A seat belt should lie flat against the body without twists. A twisted belt concentrates force over a smaller area and may provide less effective protection in a collision.

Twisted seat belt across an occupant's body
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What should you do before leaving a motorway?

474. What should you do before leaving a motorway?

Wait until the exit begins before checking your mirrors.
Cross several lanes at the last moment.
✓ Check your mirrors, signal in good time, and enter the exit lane safely.
Brake sharply before entering the exit lane.

Plan your exit early, move into the correct lane safely, and reduce speed after entering the exit road where appropriate.

Vehicle preparing to take a motorway exit
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What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

475. What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

✓ Continue to the next exit.
Use an emergency opening in the central reservation.
Turn around if traffic is light enough.
Move onto the shoulder and reverse carefully.

Never reverse or make a sudden manoeuvre. Continue safely and change your route at the next suitable exit.

Vehicle continuing past a motorway exit
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Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

476. Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

✓ It may not show everything around the vehicle.
It makes mirrors unnecessary when reversing.
It removes the need to look around before reversing.
It shows every blind spot around the vehicle.

Reversing cameras can help, but they may have blind spots and limited coverage. Always check your mirrors and surroundings, look around where possible, and reverse slowly.

Reversing-camera display inside a vehicle
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What is the legal blood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers in Switzerland?

477. What is the legal blood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers in Switzerland?

0.2 g/L.
0.0 g/L.
✓ 0.5 g/L.
0.8 g/L.

The legal blood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers in Switzerland is 0.5 g/L.

Alcohol limits for ordinary drivers
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Why should you avoid following another vehicle too closely in fog?

478. Why should you avoid following another vehicle too closely in fog?

To increase stopping distance.
To keep the windscreen clearer.
✓ You may have too little time to react if it brakes suddenly.
To reduce fuel consumption in poor visibility.

Following too closely reduces your reaction time and can lead to a collision if the vehicle ahead slows unexpectedly.

Following another vehicle in fog
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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

479. You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

True.
✓ False.

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop, even if no other traffic is visible.

Stop sign at a quiet junction
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

480. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Cruise control.
Anti-theft system.
✓ Automatic start-stop system.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the automatic start-stop system, which can switch the engine off temporarily while the vehicle is stationary and restart it when driving resumes. The exact colour and appearance may vary between vehicles.

Automatic start-stop system symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do at a railway crossing when the barriers are closing?

481. What should you do at a railway crossing when the barriers are closing?

Follow the vehicle ahead across the tracks.
Continue if the barriers are not fully closed.
✓ Stop and wait until the barriers are completely open.
Stop only when the barriers are fully lowered.

Never enter a railway crossing when barriers are closing or warning signals are active. Stop and wait until it is safe.

Barriers closing at a railway crossing
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What should cyclists do before turning or changing position on the road?

482. What should cyclists do before turning or changing position on the road?

Signal and turn without checking behind.
Signal only when a vehicle is close behind.
✓ Look behind, signal clearly, and move only when safe.
Look behind only after starting the turn.

Checking behind and signalling gives other road users time to understand what you intend to do.

Cyclist preparing to turn or change road position
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

483. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Driving mode selection.
Four-wheel drive.
Parking assistance.
Cruise control.

This control selects a driving mode. Depending on the vehicle, different modes can alter characteristics such as accelerator response, steering assistance, transmission behaviour or energy use.

Selector for the vehicle's driving modes
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When are snow chains required in Switzerland?

484. When are snow chains required in Switzerland?

They are never allowed.
Throughout the entire year.
Throughout the entire winter.
✓ When required by road signs.

Snow chains must be used in Switzerland when required by road signs.

Snow chains for vehicle tyres
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What should you do when following a cyclist on a narrow road?

485. What should you do when following a cyclist on a narrow road?

Overtake as soon as your vehicle can fit past.
Drive close behind until there is room to pass.
✓ Keep a safe distance and overtake only when there is enough space.
Pass even if you cannot leave much space.

Cyclists may need to avoid potholes, drains, or wind gusts. Keep distance and only pass when you can leave plenty of space.

Vehicle following a cyclist on a narrow road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

486. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Immobiliser or anti-theft system.
Charging-system warning.
Engine-management warning.
Door-open warning.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's immobiliser or anti-theft system. If it remains illuminated or flashes unexpectedly, the vehicle may not recognise the key or there may be a fault in the security system.

Immobiliser indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

487. What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

Remove loose glass while the vehicle is moving.
Drive faster to reach a safe place sooner.
Rely on the mirrors instead of the windscreen.
✓ Reduce speed and stop safely if your view is affected.

Severe damage can obstruct your view and weaken the glass. Do not continue if you cannot see the road clearly.

Damaged windscreen affecting the driver's view
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What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

488. What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

✓ The steering lock may engage.
The wheels automatically straighten.
The power steering remains fully active.
The steering becomes lighter.

On vehicles fitted with a steering lock, removing the ignition key may allow the steering lock to engage. Never remove the key while the vehicle is moving.

Ignition key and vehicle steering lock
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What should you do before changing lanes?

489. What should you do before changing lanes?

Check only the lane directly beside you.
Rely on your mirrors without checking the blind spot.
Speed up and move over before nearby traffic catches up.
✓ Check your mirrors and blind spot.

Always check your mirrors, look over your shoulder if necessary, and make sure it is safe before changing lanes.

Driver checking surrounding traffic before changing lanes
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What should you check before starting a manual vehicle?

490. What should you check before starting a manual vehicle?

That first gear is selected and the accelerator is pressed.
✓ That the gearbox is in neutral and the clutch is pressed.
That reverse gear is selected.
That the parking brake is released.

Before starting a manual vehicle, make sure the gearbox is in neutral and press the clutch pedal. This helps prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly when the engine starts.

Clutch and gear checks before starting a manual vehicle
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Why should you slow down before a sharp bend?

491. Why should you slow down before a sharp bend?

To make the steering feel lighter.
To make the bend easier to see from a distance.
✓ To keep control of the vehicle.
To reduce fuel consumption.

Sharp bends reduce your view and can make the vehicle harder to control, so you should slow down before entering the bend.

Vehicle approaching a sharp bend
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What should you do if birds are swooping at you while cycling?

492. What should you do if birds are swooping at you while cycling?

Wave your arms to frighten the birds away.
Stop near the nest to see why they are swooping.
✓ Slow down, stay calm, and leave the area without provoking them.
Accelerate as fast as possible to escape.

Some birds become territorial during the breeding season and may swoop people near their nests. Stay calm, avoid provoking or approaching the birds, and leave the area safely. If necessary and safe, dismount and walk your bicycle through or away from the area while keeping your helmet on.

Bird swooping near a cyclist
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What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

493. What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

Reach down and remove it while continuing to drive.
Brake suddenly so the object moves forwards.
✓ Keep control and stop safely before retrieving it.
Keep driving unless the object touches a pedal.

Do not reach down for an object while driving, as this takes your attention away from the road and can affect vehicle control. If something falls into the driver's footwell, keep control of the vehicle and stop somewhere safe before removing it.

Dropped object close to the driver's pedals
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What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

494. What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

Try to push the vehicle out of the traffic lane.
✓ Stay inside, use hazard lights, and call the emergency services.
Leave the vehicle and wait beside it for help.
Walk along the road to find assistance.

If leaving the vehicle would put you in greater danger, remain restrained, make the vehicle visible, contact the emergency services, and follow their instructions.

Vehicle stranded among moving traffic
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Speed limits only apply when there is heavy traffic.

495. Speed limits only apply when there is heavy traffic.

✓ False.
True.

Speed limits apply at all times unless a different limit is clearly indicated.

Speed-limit sign beside a road
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Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

496. Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

Electric vehicles.
Vehicles with full fuel tanks.
Vehicles without winter tyres.
✓ High-sided vehicles such as trucks, buses, and vans.

High-sided vehicles can be pushed sideways because of their large side area. Cyclists and motorcyclists can also be strongly affected by sudden gusts.

High-sided vehicle exposed to crosswinds
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Why should you keep a safe following distance?

497. Why should you keep a safe following distance?

To make overtaking easier.
✓ To have enough time to stop.
To reduce wear on the brakes.
To make your vehicle easier to see ahead.

A safe following distance gives you enough time to react if the vehicle in front slows down or stops suddenly.

Gap between a vehicle and the traffic ahead
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What should you consider before selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle?

498. What should you consider before selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle?

Whether the steering wheel is centred.
✓ Whether the vehicle's speed is suitable for the lower gear.
Whether the headlights are switched on.
Whether the parking brake is applied.

Before selecting a lower gear, make sure the vehicle's speed is suitable for that gear. Selecting too low a gear at excessive speed can cause harsh engine braking and place unnecessary stress on the drivetrain.

Selecting a lower gear in a manual vehicle
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

499. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking brake applied.
Electronic stability control.
Low tyre pressure.
✓ Anti-lock braking system warning.

This symbol indicates a possible fault with the anti-lock braking system (ABS). Normal braking may still be available, but ABS may not operate during heavy braking, so the system should be checked.

Anti-lock braking system warning symbol on the dashboard
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What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

500. What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

To release the seat belt from the buckle.
✓ To take up slack and lock the belt when necessary.
To tighten the parking brake.
To adjust the seat height.

The seat-belt retractor takes up slack and helps keep the belt properly positioned against the body. It allows normal movement but can lock during sudden braking, rapid belt movement or a collision.

Seat-belt webbing and retracting mechanism
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